OBITUARY LISTINGS

Rene P. Servant

Mar 19, 2020

Corona Virus (COVID-19)  precautions for funeral homes.

Governor Charlie Baker has issued an Executive Order of no gathering larger than 25 persons.  This will include visitations, funeral services and Funeral Masses.

The limit begins on Tuesday, March 17th.  There may be a wait to enter the building.

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Alcide R. Leclerc

Mar 18, 2020

Alcide R. Leclerc, 90, of Fall River, passed away March 18, 2020.

An Air Force veteran of the Korean war, he operated Al's Classic Limousines and Airport Transportation for many years. He was the son of the late Alcide Leclerc and Amelia (Bergeron) Leclerc Mayes.

Private funeral arrangements entrusted to Auclair Funeral Home.

Nancy J. Cote

Mar 16, 2020

Nancy J. Cote, 73, of Fall River, passed away Monday, March 16, 2020.

A finance manager for a car dealership for many years, she was also the executive secretary at Citizens for Citizens.

She leaves three siblings, Edmond P. Cote, Jr., (wife the late Jeanne) of Fall River, Jacqueline Garrell (husband...

Michael J. Ormston

Mar 16, 2020

Michael J. Ormston, 66, of Fall River, husband of Pauline A. (Estrella) Ormston, passed away Monday, March 16, 2020.

A medical supply cleaner for Millstone Medical and Johnson & Johnson, he enjoyed golfing in his younger years, listening to The Rolling Stones and watching the Patriots.

Besides his wife of 29 years, he...

Anne Marie (Garneau) Lemay

Mar 15, 2020

Anne Marie (Garneau) Lemay, 88, formerly of Westport, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2020.  She was the wife of the late Victoric G. Lemay.

She had been employed by the Westport Public School Dept. as a lunch lady and was a parishioner of Our Lady of Grace Church.

She was the mother...

Arthur "Archie" Tessier

Mar 14, 2020

Arthur "Archie" Tessier, 97, formerly of Fall River and Dartmouth, passed away peacefully, with his loving family by his side on

Saturday, March 14, 2020 at his "home away from home", Somerset Ridge. He was the loving husband of 60 years to the late Georgiana "Jean" (Oliveira) Tessier.

A union laborer and foreman of Local...

Carlos Dacosta

Mar 12, 2020

Carlos DaCosta, 88, of Fall River, husband of Maria (Pacheco) Costa, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2020.

A machine operator for Parks Co., he was an avid Benfica fan.

Besides his wife of 62 years, he leaves three children, Carlos A. Costa (companion of 20 years, Fernanda M. Rego), Maria N....

Agnes (Kishko) Saber

Mar 11, 2020

Agnes (Kishko) Saber, 90, of Fall River, passed into eternal rest on Wednesday, March 11, 2020.

She was the wife of the late Herbert G. Saber.

She attended Central High School in Paterson in New Jersey.  Agnes had been employed by Dumont Television in Patterson and Kearfott Technologies in Woodland Park, New Jersey prior to...

Shirley "Nana" (Hagan) Guilmette

Mar 11, 2020

Shirley "Nana" (Hagan) Guilmette, 83, of Fall River, wife of the late Raymond G. Guilmette, Sr., passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2020.

Known as a Nana to everyone, she loved being with her friends and family. She was a member of the Wild Goose Camping Club, Mt. Hope Chapter and was an avid crafter.

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Ernest J. Rapoza

Mar 10, 2020

Ernest “Ernie” J. Rapoza, 66, of Fall River, husband of Susan F. (Cabral) Rapoza, passed away at home, Tuesday, March 10, 2020 after an illness.

After attending Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School, Ernie worked at several auto repair shops including Norwest where he met his “SusieQ” who became his best friend and soulmate.  He...

Joseph J. Cacciabeve

Mar 8, 2020

Joseph Cacciabeve, 93, of Fall River, husband of the late Mary (Aniki) Cacciabeve, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2020.

A retired bridge tender for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Joe worked on Slades Ferry, New Bedford-Fairhaven and Brightman St. bridges.  His hobbies included gardening and flowers.  He was an animal lover and enjoyed classical music.

An...

William R. "Bill" Hargraves

Mar 6, 2020

William R. "Bill" Hargraves, Jr., 77, of Fall River, husband of Lucille J. (Gosselin) Hargraves, passed away Friday, March 6, 2020.

He worked as the Historic Preservation officer for the City of Fall River for many years and also owned his own business as a Real Estate Developer.

Besides his wife...

Manuel F. Oliveira

Mar 4, 2020

Manuel F. Oliveira, 90, of Dartmouth, husband of Maria A. (Silva) Oliveira, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2020.

Born in Norte Pequeno, São Jorge, Azores, he was a longtime landscaper. He loved landscaping, caring for his yard, reading and praying.

Besides his wife of 61 years, he leaves a...

Angelina (Rezendes) Roderigues-Justa

Mar 3, 2020

Angelina (Rezendes) Rodrigues-Justa, 91, of Fall River, formerly of Somerset, wife of the late Jose A. Justa, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2020.

She is survived by her daughter, Elaine Fennessey (and her committed fiancé of 19 years, Arthur Beckett) of Fall River; five siblings, Manuel Rezendes of New Bedford, Raymond Rezendes of Westport, Cizaltina...

Albert R. Belanger

Mar 2, 2020

Albert R. Belanger, FRFD Ret., 84 of Fall River, husband of Lucille G. (Charest) Belanger, went lovingly home to God on Monday, March 2, 2020.

He was a proud Fall River Firefighter for 25 years.  His last assignment was that of driver for Engine 4.

An active member of Holy Trinity Parish, he served as...

Wendy J. (Marshall) Martin

Mar 1, 2020

Wendy J. (Marshall) Martin, 64, of Fall River, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2020.

A deli clerk at Trucchi's for over 20 years, she was an amazing mother and went above and beyond for her children.

She leaves four children, Robert D. Martin III of Fall River, Steven Hazard of Fall...

Rosemary (Denadal) Medeiros

Feb 29, 2020

Rosemary (DeNadal) Medeiros, 73, of Somerset, let go of her valiant battle Saturday. February 29, 2020. Rosie was many things to many people. She lived her life with her whole heart and an easy smile. She loved her time in the sun, whether in the garden making simple plants grow to an abundance of delicious veggies and beautiful flowers...

Irene (Dupont) Mccann

Feb 28, 2020

Irene (DuPont) McCann, 81, wife of the late Brian Christopher "Grampy" McCann, of Tiverton, passed away on February 28, 2020 surrounded by the love of her family.

She was an employee of Burlington Coat Factory until her retirement, and she also worked at J&B Photo Lab for many years. She loved going to Second Beach...

Charles J. Bell

Feb 28, 2020

Charles J. Bell, 76, of Fall River, passed into eternal life on Friday, February 28, 2020 at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence.  He was the husband of Dorothy M. (Boulanger) Bell.

He had been employed by Acushnet Construction and Collins Construction Co. A finish carpenter, he enjoyed woodworking.  Fond of music, he was a member of St. Peter...

Maria C. (Verissimo) Cabral

Feb 28, 2020

Maria C. (Verissimo) Cabral, 58, of Fall River, wife of Horacio Cabral, passed away at Saint Anne's Hospital on Friday, February 28, 2020.  Born in Relva, St. Michael, Azores, she was the daughter of  Laurenio Verissimo and the late  Maria F. (Sousa) Verissimo.

Besides her husband of 36 years and her father,

she...